A Business Establishment License, distinct from a Factories License, is an official authorization granted by local authorities to operate commercial ventures. It ensures compliance with zoning regulations, safety codes, and other legal requirements as stipulated under the Labor Act 2006 and the Labor Rules 2015. This license is vital for a range of businesses, including retail outlets, offices, and service providers, affirming their legitimacy and adherence to regulations while contributing to organized urban development.
Issuing Authority
Name : Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments
Address : 23-24, Kawran Bazar (2nd & 3rd Floor), BFDC Commercial Complex, Dhaka-1215
Web : www.dife.gov.bd
Required list of all documents
- Application Form [Fully filled up]
- Trade License [Original]
- Rental Agreement/Mutation copy of land [Original Copy duly attested by a Forst-Class gazette officer]
- National ID [Owner/ CEO/ Manager/ Managing Director]
- Electric Demand Note [Duly attested by a Registered Doctor]
- Memorandum of Articles [
- Layout Plan of the Organization [Approved by a local authority]
- Treasury Challan [Original]
- List of Employees
- Fire License
Step by step all documents
Step 1 Initiate Application & Documents submission: The applicant initiates the application process by collecting the prescribed application form from the concerned office, signing up online to obtain a unique tracking number, and depositing the required fees to the designated bank as per the instructions. After obtaining the unique tracking number, the applicant submits all the required documents, including the application form and proof of fee payment, to the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) office.
Step 2 Inspection, and Approval: The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) checks the submitted documents and provides the file to the Area Inspector. The Area Inspector then inspects the premises, prepares a report, and submits it back to the DIG.
Step 3 License Issuance and Obtainment: Based on the inspection report and recommendations from the Area Inspector, the DIG reviews and approves the application, issuing the business establishment license. The applicant then obtains the business establishment license, completing the process.
Fee schedule
Follow the Citizen Charter
Official time limit
15 days
Actual time limit
Renewal process
Required list of documents
- Application Form [Fully filled up]
- Trade License [Original]
- Rental Agreement/Mutation copy of land [Original copy duly attested by First-Class gazette officer]
- National ID [Owner/ CEO/ Manger/ Managing director]
- Electric Demand Note [Duly attested by registered Doctor]
- Memorandum of Articles
- Treasury Challan [Original]
- List of Employees
- Fire License
- License [Original]
Step by step all process
Step 1 Initiate Application & Documents submission: The applicant initiates the application process by collecting the prescribed application form from the concerned office, signing up online to obtain a unique tracking number, and depositing the required fees to the designated bank as per the instructions. After obtaining the unique tracking number, the applicant submits all the required documents, including the application form and proof of fee payment, to the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) office.
Step 2 Inspection, and Approval: The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) checks the submitted documents and recent inspection report & than DIG issue the renewal license
Step 3 License Issuance and Obtainment: Based on the inspection report, the DIG reviews and approves the application, issuing the renewal business establishment license. The applicant then obtains the renewal license, completing the process.
Fee schedule
Follow the Citizen Charter
Official time limit
3-7 days
Actual time limit